Morsing
OriginIndia
Year1000
FamilyPercussion
About the Morsing
An Indian jaw harp used in Carnatic music. Over 1,000 years of tradition. The frame is held in the teeth and the tongue is plucked. The players mouth shapes the tone and pitch. Used alongside mridangam in concerts. The rapid technique creates complex rhythmic patterns.
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